Sikar Pahi - Rajnagar, Kendrapara
Sikar Pahi is a village situated in the Rajnagar tehsil of Kendrapara district, Odisha. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rajnagar and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Kendrapara . Talachua serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sikar Pahi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sikar Pahi is 395794. The village covers a total geographical area of 181 hectares and falls under the 754248 pincode. Pattamundai is the nearest town, located about 66 km away.
Sikar Pahi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rajanagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kendrapara Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sikar Pahi
As per Census 2011, Sikar Pahi village has a total population of 670 people, consisting of 358 males and 312 females. The village has 135 households and a sex ratio of 871 females per 1,000 males. There are 95 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 465 literate and 205 illiterate residents. Additionally, 3 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sikar Pahi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 670 | 358 | 312 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 95 | 52 | 43 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 465 | 285 | 180 |
| Illiterate Population | 205 | 73 | 132 |
Nearby Villages of Sikar Pahi
Sikar Pahi is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Sikar Pahi
Public transport in the Sikar Pahi is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pattamundai to Sikar Pahi is about 66 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kendrapara to Sikar Pahi is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sikar Pahi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sikar Pahi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Sikar Pahi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sikar Pahi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sikar Pahi
Where is Sikar Pahi located?
Sikar Pahi village is located in Rajnagar Tehsil, Kendrapara district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sikar Pahi?
The Gram Panchayat of Sikar Pahi is Talachua.
What is the pincode of Sikar Pahi?
The pincode of Sikar Pahi is 754248.
What is the population of Sikar Pahi?
Sikar Pahi has a total population of 670, including 358 males and 312 females.
How many households are there in Sikar Pahi?
There are 135 households in Sikar Pahi.
What is the literacy rate in Sikar Pahi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sikar Pahi is 69.40%. Male literacy is 79.61% and female literacy is 57.69%.